Pulmonology
News
Comorbid respiratory disease key predictor of NTM-PD
Overall, comorbid respiratory disease was significantly associated with an increased risk of NTM-PD.
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Observation recommended as first-line therapy in select cases of primary spontaneous pneumothorax
Observation was the dominant choice, based on economic modeling showing it to offer both the highest utility and the lowest cost.
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Few of those eligible get lung cancer screening, despite USPSTF recommendations
Fewer than 13% who are eligible get CT screening. Results highlight the need for education, Medicare coverage, and recognition of stigma’s role,...
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Rehabilitation improves walk test results for post–pulmonary embolism patients with persistent dyspnea
In patients with persistent dyspnea following a pulmonary embolism, rehabilitation should be considered as a treatment option.
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The evolving pulmonary landscape in HIV
“Should management be tailored for people with HIV infection?”
Commentary
The cardiopulmonary effects of mask wearing
Clearly, this study lets us conclude that mask wearing at rest has less of an effect than mask wearing during exercise. But remember that, in...
News
Profile of respiratory bacteria in children younger than 6 months
Researchers provide heretofore unreported contemporary data in a highly PCV13-immunized, community-based child population in the United States.
News
Wildfire smoke and air quality: How long could health effects last?
The effects of smoke from wildfires can continue for many years.
Perspectives
Antibiotics for acute exacerbation of COPD: It’s still controversial
Who gets an antibiotic and who doesn’t for AECOPD treatment is controversial.
Conference Coverage
ILD risk elevated in RA, PsA after starting biologic or targeted synthetic DMARDs
The risk for interstitial lung disease in patients with PsA during the first 5 years after starting a biologic or targeted synthetic DMARD was...